Generalized Turbo Codes: Concatenated/Product Encoding Methods with Iterative Decoding
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Modern generalized Turbo codes refer to encoding/decoding schemes employing concatenated or product coding methods combined with iterative decoding algorithms. The core concept involves decomposing complex long decoding processes into simpler iterative steps, where probabilistic information transfer or soft-information exchange between iterations minimizes information loss. This paper classifies Turbo codes based on constituent codes and concatenation methods, and provides MATLAB implementations with GUI design for encoding/decoding experiments. (Copyrighted material - for reference only)
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Generalized Turbo codes currently denote coding schemes that utilize concatenated or product encoding methods combined with iterative decoding approaches. The fundamental principle of iterative decoding lies in breaking down complex, lengthy decoding procedures into multiple relatively simpler iterative steps. The transfer of probabilistic information or exchange of soft decisions between decoding iterations ensures minimal information loss. Turbo code classification becomes diversified based on variations in constituent codes and concatenation methodologies.
In this design paper, we provide MATLAB implementations of Turbo codes featuring:
- Modular encoder/decoder functions with configurable parameters (constraint length, generator polynomials)
- Log-MAP or SOVA algorithm implementations for soft-output decoding
- Iterative decoding loops with extrinsic information exchange mechanisms
- Graphical user interface (GUI) components enabling real-time parameter adjustment and visualization of bit error rate performance
The accompanying interface design facilitates experimental encoding/decoding operations through interactive controls and result displays. All provided resources are copyrighted and intended for reference purposes only.
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